6. Mobido Diakite (Lazio)
The 6 ft 4 defender is in his 6th season at the Italian club, and is known for being a good reader of the play, as well as having a strong physical presence. Impressing Serie As audience, he has become the number one choice for Lazio. At just 25 years old, Diakite is approaching his prime and could be a great addition next to Danish defender Daniel Agger. Diakite is out of contract in the summer so could be one of the bargains of the forthcoming season. http://youtu.be/LHmKNPGmw2c And now on to the midfielders...
5. James McCarthy (Wigan)
McCarthy may not be known as a top class midfielder in most households, but the Glaswegians development over the last 18 months has caught the eye of a few Premier League sides. At just 22 years old, McCarthy has great potential, and with Joe Allen struggling to get the full support of the Liverpool faithful, McCarthy could step in and add to Liverpools midfield, especially as Wigan are fighting for survival again this season, the approach from a top club could be enough to make the Scot move.